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The word is out about Shirokuro, where the menu is as big a draw as the design.

Modeled after the 2D restaurants that became popular in Seoul in recent years, Shirokuro opened in late March, but the restaurant was really a long time coming.

Artist and creative director Miriam Yoo is the creative genius behind the space, and spent more than three months hand-drawing every detail, from the tiniest leaves on the bonsai trees to the intricate illustrations that make up the sushi bar's backdrop, and even the black-and-white wrappings on every table and chair.

The results are a feast for the eyes, but we were equally impressed with the food. While you can opt for a seat at the bar—and an impressive omakase experience—when dining with my teenage daughter, we decided to take a table and order some rolls à la carte. Its three rolls for $28 was a delicious deal and a perfect way to enjoy the space without breaking the bank. A return visit to check out the full nine-course shiro omakase experience would be a great special occasion treat, though!

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Shirokuro offers a selection of rolls, daily specials, and the full, nine-course omakase experience at the bar.

While Shirokuro is primarily a dinner spot at the moment, there's more to it than meets the eye—or has been showcased in countless social media posts—see more on our Instagram page! Head past the sushi bar and open the sliding door to reveal a completely different restaurant and concept. Boka NYC, the longtime St. Mark's staple, has relocated to this speakeasy-like backroom and sports a moody, dark color palette and a menu focused on modern Korean staples, including its famed fried chicken.

Plans are also in the works to extend Shirokuro's hours well past dinner time, transforming it into a glowing sake bar until the wee hours—and, given the concept's popularity, its ownership group is already working on plans to bring more 2D dining to the city that never sleeps.